Backyard Wedding Vibes

Does the image of an intimate backyard wedding with string lights, garden style centerpieces, good food and great conversation make you smile?  Us too! 

We are giving you tons of ideas to bring that elegant but laid back backyard dinner party vibe to your wedding.

Bring on the String Lights

You can’t beat the warmth and atmosphere that string lights bring to an evening party.  They provide just enough glow as the evening begins and create a canopy overhead. These are a must for a backyard wedding vibe!

Add a Lounge Area for a cozy backyard wedding feel

Bring the comforts of home outside with some soft seating for your guests.  Add a couple sofas and chairs, a rug and a few side tables to hold their drinks.  Perfect for cocktail hour and for guests to rest their feet from dancing.

Think More when it comes to Dessert

One of the appeals of a backyard wedding is the laid back, eclectic atmosphere. This comes from using a variety of options instead of all of the same thing. Collected chairs and tables, mismatch dinner plates, etc. This is true for dessert, also.

Choose a few different desserts instead of one traditional tiered cake.  Add a mix of cakes, pies, cookies – whatever your heart desires!  Your guests will love the selection.

Add Color and Pattern to Tables

Consider unique table linens for cocktail tables, guest book table, etc.  It will add a pop of color and elegance to the display.

Drape Some Greenery for a backyard wedding feel

Dreamy spaces for a backyard wedding feel often have lush greenery. Large, shady trees, blooming shrubs and flowers are dotted throughout the landscape. To achieve that feel, add greenery to porch posts or walls behind a head table.  This will mimic the greenery of the landscape throughout your wedding reception.

Lawn Games are perfect for a Backyard Wedding atmosphere

Whether it is Giant Jenga, Cornhole, ring toss or more.  This keeps your guests entertained and adds to the fun.

Add Comforts of Home

​Blankets for chilly evenings or paper fans for warm days will help your guests enjoy the weather outside.

Serve Seasonal Fare

Think homegrown and farm to table with appetizers, cocktails and more.  Early spring?  Consider strawberries in a salad.  Moving into summer, think blueberry lemonade or berry gazpacho.  Fall is a great time for sweet potatoes and apples.

Our Farm to Table Wedding Packages feature seasonal menus.

We hope this sparks some creative thoughts for our wedding and how to capture that elegant backyard dinner vibe.  We would love to see your vision at our venue!